Clinical Dietitian (PER DIEM)

Per Diem position at a 120-bed skilled nursing facility.

Responsibilities

• Assure comprehensive initial, change-of-condition, and annual nutrition assessment process (Resident Assessment Instrument – RAI), and discharge summary are initiated, planned, developed, executed, and monitored accurately within state, federal, and accreditation time frames.
• Plan, organize, schedule, document, and direct individual and group resident and family education experiences using age-appropriate materials and methods to determine comprehension and potential for compliance.
• Monitor dietary profiles, intake records, and other internal documentation/tracking processes.
• Communicate specific nutritional needs to dining service associates, dining service coordinator, culinary staff, and management.
• Participate in ongoing continued nutrition education.
• Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary care team to promote optimal nutritional care for patients/residents.
• Participate in QI projects as assigned for food & nutrition and Masonicare quality improvement committee.
• Provide guidance and support for the Diet Technician for the Nutrition Care Process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Eligible within required guidelines.
• 1–3 years of experience in a healthcare-related field.
• Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).

Skills

• Comprehension of dining service operations, geriatric nutrition, and customer service.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the working environment.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Moderate computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft applications, electronic medical record systems, and diet office systems.